Four civilians, two from Tashar village and two from Shangshak village of Ukhrul District, Manipur were killed in an ambush carried out by suspected Kuki Militants along National Highway 202 (Imphal -Ukhrul Road) on Friday at around 1:00PM.
The killing of 4 civilians has once again exposed the grave security concerns in the area, raising serious questions over the sincerity of the security forces and state police in providing maximum safety to the travelers especially along National Highway 202.
The deceased have been identified as Kapangkhui Raihing and his mother Haoleila Raihing of Shangshak Village. They were on their way towards Imphal in their swift car.
The other two have been identified as Tychicus Ngalung and Tanmila of Tashar village. The siblings were travelling in a bolero pickup.
Police informed that the incident reportedly occurred near New Haven, under the jurisdiction of Litan Police Station. Ukhrul Police have rushed to the spot.
The killing of four civilians on Friday is a devastating reminder that civilians continue to bear the wrath of armed militants.
It also raises a disturbing question: how can civilians continue to lose their lives despite the presence of heavy security forces and state police entrusted with maintaining law and order and safeguarding citizens along the National Highway 202.
